4 Paddleboarding Tours on Maui We Would Put on an Itinerary

1.Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $169Our pick

Paddle Maui’s Turtle Town coastline on a private two-hour tour with guides such as Aqua or Sky. Learn SUP technique, spot sea turtles, coral, fish, and possibly monk seals, then receive digital photos. Equipment, instruction, life jackets, storage, showers, and changing rooms are included.

“Aqua made our paddle boarding experience so special, fun and memorable! From reaching out with clear and helpful instructions prior to arriving to ensuring our paddle boarding experience was safe, adventurous, engaging, educational, beautiful and so fun. My daughter and I LOVED our paddle boarding experience and sea turtles making their appearances throughout our time in the water. Thank you, Aqua!”

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2.Private Beginner Paddleboard 101 Lesson: Makena Landing!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $159

Start with a shore lesson at Makena Landing, then paddle into the protected waters of Turtle Town with a private ocean guide. You’ll receive patient, hands-on instruction, watch for sea turtles, and have a professional photographer guide capturing the outing. Guides such as Peg, Pam, John, and Lowe have helped first-timers gain confidence.

“Our guide Pam was very mellow and supportive. I truly enjoyed learning how to paddle board. The most memorable part was seeing a turtle when I fell off the board. Great day!”

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3.Private Beginner Paddleboard Lesson with Snorkel in Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $179

Meet your private ocean guide at Makena Landing Park for a gentle paddleboard lesson, then hold onto your board while snorkeling over Turtle Town’s reefs. Peg, Heidi, Chris, and other guides tailor the pace for beginners, children, and mixed-ability groups. Expect marine-life stories, turtles, and a relaxed two-hour outing.

“Awesome tour. Perfect for beginner. Free and easy parking. Tristen is very patient and guided me step by step. I was able to stand up on the paddle board the first time! I also saw a sea turtle popped its head out to breathe in the air. So cute!”

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4.Semi Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) Class at Kalama Beach in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $140Best value

Meet Surf Club Maui at Kalama Beach Park for a 90-minute semi-private SUP lesson with an instructor such as Turtle, Anton, Mike, or David. You will cover safety and technique on shore, then practice on the water with your own family or friends. Equipment, reef shoes, rash guard, parking, showers, and changing rooms are included.

“I absolutely loved it! First time doing SUP and the instructor was great. The whole crew was very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend!”

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